Joseph Lawrence Garanzini's obituary , Passed away on January 28, 2026 in Wolverine Lake, Michigan

Joseph Lawrence Garanzini

September 5, 1953 - January 28, 2026 (72 years old)

Wolverine Lake, Michigan

Joseph Lawrence Garanzini's obituary , Passed away on January 28, 2026 in Wolverine Lake, Michigan

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L. J. Griffin Funeral Homes

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Joseph Lawrence Garanzini

September 5, 1953 - January 28, 2026 (72 years old)

Wolverine Lake, Michigan

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Joseph Lawrence Garanzini Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joseph Lawrence Garanzini of Wolverine Lake, Michigan, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph Lawrence Garanzini to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Garanzini and Vita Garanzini. He is survived by: his wife Cathy; his children, Elizabeth, Eric Malarney and Maureen Garanzini; his grandchildren, Olivia and Landon Malarney; his siblings, Cathy Greenlee, Josie (Gordie Turner), Pattie (Eddie Dluzynski), Mary (Jeff Pernick), Bill (Julia Boland) and Ann Beasley; and his former spouse Irish.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Joe's honor to a charity of your choosing.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
L. J. Griffin Funeral Homes



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February 2, 2026

Joey Long wrote a sympathy message

“Deepest condolences to Cathy, Liz and Maureen on the passing of Joe. I have such fond memories of great times spent with Joe in Ireland, and also during my stay with Cathy and Joey in Michigan. Joe was a true gentleman and will be greatly missed. Sending love, thoughts, and strength to all the family at this very difficult time. Joey and Yvonne Long.”


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Feb 03

Visitation

L.J. Griffin Funeral Home-Westland
7707 Middlebelt Rd, Westland, MI 48185

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Feb 04

Lying in state

St. Sabina Catholic Church
25555 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

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Feb 04

Funeral Mass

St. Sabina Catholic Church
25555 Ann Arbor Trail, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

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